Planet Earth
Prince · 2007
45 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant fusion of funk, R&B, and pop with an environmental consciousness woven throughout the melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Planet Earth Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's ecological message while showcasing Prince's signature blend of funk and rock sensibilities.
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Somewhere Here on Earth — This ballad highlights Prince's emotional depth and lyrical introspection, contrasting the upbeat themes present in many other tracks.
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Chelsea Rodgers — Infused with a disco vibe, this track represents Prince's ability to merge classic sounds with modern pop influences, illustrating his versatility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends eclectic grooves with innovative structures and lyrical depth, showcasing Prince's artistry.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered instrumentation, blending funk and rock elements before transitioning into smoother R&B grooves.
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, such as 'Guitar', which features an extended instrumental section that showcases Prince's guitar work.
- The lyrics across the album often explore themes of love and spirituality, with a notable shift in tone from the upbeat tracks to more introspective ones like 'Somewhere Here on Earth'.
- The final track, 'Resolution', serves as a reflective conclusion, featuring a gradual fade-out that leaves the listener with an open-ended feeling.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- eclectic grooves for adventurous listeners
- late-night exploration of emotions
- thoughtful reflections on love
- playful rhythms with dance potential
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Represents a strong release in Prince's later career with innovative promotion.
- Themes
- spiritual resilience· celebratory funk
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Planet Earth marked Prince's first album under his deal with the global music distribution company, Universal Music. This album came after the commercial disappointment of his previous work, 3121, and showed a renewed commitment to both social issues and musical experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michael Jackson· Stevie Wonder· Earth, Wind & Fire
Tracklist
- 1 Planet Earth Start here 5:51
- 2 Guitar 3:45
- 3 Somewhere Here on Earth 5:45
- 4 The One U Wanna C 4:29
- 5 Future Baby Mama 4:47
- 6 Mr. Goodnight 4:26
- 7 All the Midnights in the World 2:21
- 8 Chelsea Rodgers 5:41
- 9 Lion of Judah 4:10
- 10 Resolution 3:40
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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